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(Williamsville, NY) – During these unprecedented times all Tops Friendly Markets locations are raising a cup of kindness as a way to say thank you to essential workers at all of its 162 locations in New York, Vermont, and Pennsylvania.  From now until June 13, 2020 Tops is offering all essential workers a 50% discount […]

Plattsburgh, NY – The North Country Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a conversation with Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul next week.  We look forward to hearing from her as she updates our membership on the current pandemic and answers questions regarding the state’s response to COVID-19 and plans for economic recovery. DATE: Wednesday, April 22nd […]

Source: Local favorite Guma’s to close – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: NYS business leaders: Economic recovery will take more than 6 months – – The Adirondack Almanack

April 15, 2020, Facebook post Another hard day has hit our Guma’s family. As this terrible virus has taken its toll on so many, it has also taken its toll on us. We are very saddened to announce that as of April 25th we will be closing. This has been a very difficult decision for […]

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Saratoga, NY – Today, President Trump announced Congresswoman Elise Stefanik will be serving on the bipartisan Task Force on Reopening the Economy, focused on restarting the economy after the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic is contained. “I am honored to be named to the bipartisan Task Force on […]

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced that as of 11:59 p.m. tonight (April 15) they will reduce hours of operation at four area out-ports: * HEMMINGFORD (Mooers) * LACOLLE ROUTE 221 (Overton Corners) * LACOLLE ROUTE 223 (Rouses Point) * TROUT RIVER The Canadian ports of entry at these three locations will now […]

Source: Non-essential travel ban between U.S. and Canada will likely be extended | NCPR News

Source: North Country unemployed: bricklayer Edward Sharlow on his new normal | NCPR News

Source: NBC5 Continues Long-Standing Commitment to North Country, Announces Studio in New York

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Saratoga, NY – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik sent a letter to Congressional Leadership requesting additional flexibility for seasonal businesses when calculating their average payroll for Paycheck Protection Program loans, ensuring the maximum amount they are eligible for is not weighed down by weeks they are not in operation. The […]

Information and your questions on the EIDL and PPP answered!  Plattsburgh, NY – The North Country Chamber of Commerce and SCORE will be hosting a webinar/call on Friday, April 17th at 10:30 am to discuss the following federal assistance programs: Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program EIDL Cash Advance Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Staff from […]

Stewart’s Shops News Release   April 13, 2020 – In these uncertain times, Stewart’s Shops Partners have received some good news regarding their profit sharing statements. Existing ESOP accounts received approximately 17.5% growth on their existing accounts including over 6.3% in dividends. This success is from the service their great Partners provide, increased operating profitability, and […]

Source: South Burlington Holiday Inn will be Covid-19 recovery site for homeless population – VTDigger

“This is a notice that I have not been looking forward to but I have decided not to reopen the Ground Round Grill and Bar in Plattsburgh. My family has been operating restaurants in Northern NY and Vermont since 1956. After serving in the Navy from 1968 to 1972 I joined my father in the […]

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Source: Season’s Greetings: Seasonal restaurants during COVID-19 | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: New York’s unemployment claims system gets a tune-up | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Burlington airport projects over $20 million in lost revenue due to coronavirus – VTDigger

Source: New York records another huge total of Initial unemployment insurance claims – Albany Business Review

Source: Schumer floats pandemic pay raise for essential workers | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Ghost Planes Haunt Burlington International Airport | Off Message

Source: Lowe’s announces stores will close on Easter Sunday, April 12

Saratoga, NY – Last night, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the new Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans established under the CARES Act and issued this important clarification based on the guidance provided and developed by Congresswoman Stefanik who worked with President of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce, […]